Team Leader - Night Shift

Corning Inc.; Newton (NC); On-site; USD 89,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

Corning is seeking a capable supervisor to oversee cable operations and warehouse activities, leading 30-70 hourly workers and several coordinators. The role emphasizes safety, productivity, and continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate has a BS in science/engineering or a technical degree, with 1+ year of supervisory experience or 3+ years in manufacturing. Proficiency in Excel, Word, and Power BI is valued for data-driven decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science or Engineering/Technical degree required.
• 1+ year manufacturing supervisory experience or 3+ years in manufacturing.
• Demonstrated initiative and cross-functional collaboration.
• Experience with root cause analysis and time-sensitive problem solving.
• Proficient with Excel and Word; data analytics skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct supervisory responsibilities for 30-70 hourly associates and 4-6 coordinators.
• Develop and implement production/warehouse activities to meet goals.
• Coach and train employees to improve performance and engagement.
• Lead continuous improvement and lean initiatives to reduce cost and improve flow.
• Manage staffing, scheduling, and training to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Ensure ISO standards are implemented and maintained across functions.
• Drive on-time shipments and optimize production flow.
• Monitor capacity and bottlenecks to maximize output.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Root cause analysis

Lean methodology

Team coaching

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor of Science

Engineering or Technical degree

Tools

Power BI

Excel

Word

Job description

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The company built on breakthroughs.
Join us.

Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible.

How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations– not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company,and the world, forward.

At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more.

Come break through with us.

Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry.This segment is classified into two main product groupings – carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.

Scope of Position

Supervisory responsibilities for cable operations and/or warehouse operations. The typical position will have supervisory responsibility for 30-70 hourly associates and 4-6 operations coordinators. There is an expectation that this individual may need to flex between shifts in accordance with business needs. This position is a part of the TCP Leadership team and reports directly into Operations. Incumbents in this position have the opportunity to progress to various other roles (i.e. Facilities, Engineering, Supply Chain, Technology, and Division Engineering).

Day to Day Responsibilities

• Directly responsible for performing work in a safe manner and maintaining a safe work environment. Is responsible for his/her safety, as well as that of others that may be at the facility, whether working or visiting. Is responsible for observing safe work practices and being proactive for reporting any unsafe conditions.
• Responsible for the development and implementation of activities in production area(s) and/or warehouse to meet or exceed production goals, quality, and cost objectives.
• Develop, train and coach employees to be responsible and accountable for their individual and team performance. Create a work environment that is challenging and meaningful. Recognize and reward high performance.
• Encourage and develop an environment of constant, open, honest communication. Develop employee involvement to ensure every employee is a partner in the business.
• Prioritize production schedules based on product induction, equipment efficiency, and materials supply.
• Adjust staffing and machine assignments to achieve optimal flow and efficiency.
• Develop and manage training plans for operators and support personnel for the team. Insure all employees are continually provided with appropriate job-related training and education.
• Achieve and maintain world class housekeeping and product flow standards.
• Manage employee time and attendance for timely and accurate payroll processing.
• Lead, coach and participate in teams to accomplish individual, department and divisional objectives. Objectives may include quality improvements, operating expenses, inventory targets, production goals, equipment run time, and on-time shipments.
• Understand cost drivers and manage to lowest cost / highest output impact decisions of team projects.
• Lead projects that have either direct impact on hourly staffing levels or improvement of flow through the process area (For Example: Distribution Flow Optimization).
• Support development Lean project teams that introduce significant new products or processes into the area (not projects that are modifications to an existing product).
• Participate in the Team Leader Continuous Improvement Team to improve overall plant operations.
• Develop and document procedure revisions for assigned areas
• Implement procedures in all production functions to meet and maintain ISO standards.
• Identify areas of inefficient operation and implement improvements.
• Utilize capacity models to develop staffing and production plans.
• Identify production bottlenecks and manage resources to exploit the bottleneck.
• Investigate and implement assigned Corrective Actions.
• Reduce process variation and improve production yield

Experiences/Education – Required

• Bachelor of Science with 1+ years’ experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• OR 3+ years’ experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated capacity to take initiative, provide direction, and drive successful outcomes in collaborative environments.
• Demonstrated ability to perform root cause analysis and drive problem resolution in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment with evolving priorities and changing business needs.
• Computer skills (Excel – basic formulas and Word).
• Engineering or Technical degree.
• 2-3 years previous supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively across all levels of a plant organization, from frontline employees to senior leadership.
• Lean and 5S experience (SMED and Kaizen Events).
• Data Analytics-Using Power BI/Excel to analyze raw data to see trends in production.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $88,942.00-$122,295.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.

A job that shapes a life

Corning offers you the total package

Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one.

• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well. When Corning wins, we all win.
• As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career. Combined with matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan, Corning’s total contributions to your retirement accounts can reach between 7% and 12% of your pay, depending on your age and years of service.
• Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family.
• Getting paid for our work is important, but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That’s why Corning offers a recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions.

We prohibit discrimination on the basis ofrace, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at [e-mail] .